Artichoke's use as a herb was first documented in the 4th century BC. The herb belongs to the plant family Asteraceae, which includes milk thistle. Also known as globe artichoke, the plant produces large purple and green flower heads and is distinct from Jerusalem Artichoke, the edible root vegetable.Traditionally, artichoke has been used to help ease the discomfort in the upper abdomen or lower chest experienced by some people after eating. Modern research has led to practitioners extending its use to patients experiencing disrupted bowel health, and for those with impaired fat digestion.It is the leaves of the artichoke plant that contain the active compounds, the most important one being cynarin. Lamberts® Artichoke is a high potency artichoke extract standardised upon 5% cynarin, to give a relevant level of 16mg cynarin per tablet. Allergen adviceSee presentation section for ingredients listed in bold.The following list of allergens are excluded: Wheat, Barley, Soya, Eggs, Milk (and milk products), Lactose, Nuts, Sulphites, Celery, Fish, Shellfish, Yeast and Gluten containing ingredients.CautionsThis product is not recommended for pregnant or lactating women.Storage instructionsTo be stored in a cool dry place and protected from light.Legal CategoryFood supplement. A pale green oval coated tablet.Each tablet delivers: Artichoke(as 330mg of a 22.5:1 extract) 7425mg providing Cynarin 16mg Tableted With:Bulking Agents (DiCalcium Phosphate & Cellulose), Tablet Coating (Glazing Agents: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Calcium Carbonate, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Stearic Acid & Cellulose, Colours: Spirulina, Apple, Safflower & Lemon), Anti-caking Agents (Silicon Dioxide & Magnesium Stearate).Disintegration TimeLess than 1 hour.Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Take 1-2 tablets a day with a meal or as directed.Alternatively 2 tablets can be taken prior to a fatty meal to encourage digestive ease.Do not exceed recommended dose.
